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Issue: 2018 March - Vol 44 Num 3 - Page 10
COIN-OP NEWS
Futurist and political analyst
to give NAMA keynote
The National Automatic Merchan-
dising Association announced that
futurist Brian Solis and political ana-
lyst Matthew Dowd will share the gen-
eral session stage and each will deliver
a keynote address at The NAMA
Show, March 21-23, at the Las Vegas
Convention Center.
Brian Solis
Solis, principal analyst at the
Altimeter Group, studies digital trans-
formation and businesses investing in
the new digital customer experience.
As a digital analyst, anthropologist,
and futurist, Solis has also studied the
effects of emerging technology on
business, marketing, and culture.
Matthew Dowd
Dowd, a political consultant, com-
mentator, and strategist, has helped
shape strategies and campaigns for CEOs, corporations,
foundations, governments, candidates, and presidents. Today,
Dowd is an analyst for TV news programs, and a columnist
for the National Journal. For more information, visit (www.
thenamashow.org).
Vending association pushes
for micro markets
The Maryland-D.C. Vending Association hosted its Conve-
nience Services Day in Annapolis, Feb. 8. Members met with
legislators to discuss the convenience services industry, its
economic impact, and pending legislation.
Legislation regarding micro markets is currently pending
in the senate (SB 758) and house (HB 1087), and is spon-
sored by Sen. Edward Reilly and Delegate C.T. Wilson.
“Micro markets are an innovative and rapidly expanding
retail food and beverage concept that provide expanded con-
sumer value and represents a blend of traditional vending,
freshly prepared packaged foods, and beverage selections,”
said Steve Boucher, president of the MD/DC. “For this con-
cept to continue to grow, it is essential for the passage of
micro market legislation to occur at the state level.”
The micro market bill will be discussed during the upcom-
ing committee hearing in the Senate March 8. The MD/DC
leadership will be present to offer testimony. For more infor-
mation, visit (www.mddcvending.org).
NAMA names 2018 Industry Awards honorees
Joe Hessling
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The 2018 winners of the National Automatic Merchandising Association Industry Awards
were announced last month. The awards, to be presented live at The NAMA Show in Las
Vegas, March 21, will recognize the most widely respected leaders in the industry, as nomi-
nated by their peers.
The winners are Joe Hessling, found-
er and CEO of 365 Markets, Industry
Person of the Year; Jeff Smith, chairman
and CEO of All Star Vending, Operator
of the Year; and Mike Lawlor, CSO
of USA Technologies Systems, Allied
Member of the Year.
“The Industry Awards are a trea-
Jeff Smith
Michael Lawlor
sured NAMA tradition, recognizing indi-
viduals who have served the industry and NAMA as leaders, innovators, and advocates,” said
Carla Balakgie, NAMA CEO. “Joe, Jeff, and Mike have helped their companies achieve success
while devoting their time and talent to advancing the industry as a whole, supporting their col-
leagues and communities.” For more information, visit (www.thenamashow.org).
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MARCH 2018
Futurist and political analyst
to give NAMA keynote
The National Automatic Merchan-
dising Association announced that
futurist Brian Solis and political ana-
lyst Matthew Dowd will share the gen-
eral session stage and each will deliver
a keynote address at The NAMA
Show, March 21-23, at the Las Vegas
Convention Center.
Brian Solis
Solis, principal analyst at the
Altimeter Group, studies digital trans-
formation and businesses investing in
the new digital customer experience.
As a digital analyst, anthropologist,
and futurist, Solis has also studied the
effects of emerging technology on
business, marketing, and culture.
Matthew Dowd
Dowd, a political consultant, com-
mentator, and strategist, has helped
shape strategies and campaigns for CEOs, corporations,
foundations, governments, candidates, and presidents. Today,
Dowd is an analyst for TV news programs, and a columnist
for the National Journal. For more information, visit (www.
thenamashow.org).
Vending association pushes
for micro markets
The Maryland-D.C. Vending Association hosted its Conve-
nience Services Day in Annapolis, Feb. 8. Members met with
legislators to discuss the convenience services industry, its
economic impact, and pending legislation.
Legislation regarding micro markets is currently pending
in the senate (SB 758) and house (HB 1087), and is spon-
sored by Sen. Edward Reilly and Delegate C.T. Wilson.
“Micro markets are an innovative and rapidly expanding
retail food and beverage concept that provide expanded con-
sumer value and represents a blend of traditional vending,
freshly prepared packaged foods, and beverage selections,”
said Steve Boucher, president of the MD/DC. “For this con-
cept to continue to grow, it is essential for the passage of
micro market legislation to occur at the state level.”
The micro market bill will be discussed during the upcom-
ing committee hearing in the Senate March 8. The MD/DC
leadership will be present to offer testimony. For more infor-
mation, visit (www.mddcvending.org).
NAMA names 2018 Industry Awards honorees
Joe Hessling
PLAY METER
The 2018 winners of the National Automatic Merchandising Association Industry Awards
were announced last month. The awards, to be presented live at The NAMA Show in Las
Vegas, March 21, will recognize the most widely respected leaders in the industry, as nomi-
nated by their peers.
The winners are Joe Hessling, found-
er and CEO of 365 Markets, Industry
Person of the Year; Jeff Smith, chairman
and CEO of All Star Vending, Operator
of the Year; and Mike Lawlor, CSO
of USA Technologies Systems, Allied
Member of the Year.
“The Industry Awards are a trea-
Jeff Smith
Michael Lawlor
sured NAMA tradition, recognizing indi-
viduals who have served the industry and NAMA as leaders, innovators, and advocates,” said
Carla Balakgie, NAMA CEO. “Joe, Jeff, and Mike have helped their companies achieve success
while devoting their time and talent to advancing the industry as a whole, supporting their col-
leagues and communities.” For more information, visit (www.thenamashow.org).
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MARCH 2018
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